โSep-07-2017 02:07 PM
โSep-09-2017 11:02 PM
jus2shy wrote:FishOnOne wrote:jus2shy wrote:
But because diesels typically have fewer components, they tend to just not break down as often.
Just trying to give you the full story here and have you go in eyes wide open.
jus2shy,
In general I agree with your comments most of the time, but the above statement I don't agree with. The exhaust system alone on a diesel is way more complex which includes several moving parts (DEF pump, DEF injector). A diesel is simply way more complicated than a gas engine. Case in point todays Cummins trucks have way more CEL's than the Hemi trucks because of the complexity.
Yeah, for the post 2007 diesels they are more complex and the emissions have been a cause for fits (I even had a recall from my SCR catalyst done). But in particular she is looking at a 6.0 diesel. In that comment, I was speaking more to just the pre 07 engines in general (I shoulda clarified that). No ignition system to worry about. No throttle plate needed to maintain that stoichiometric air fuel blend (pre 07 anyways). And most anything on those motors should remain sealed up until about 250k or 300k miles once bullet proofed.
OP, glad you found powerstroke help. I find that guy pretty honest in what he talks about in his videos and shows quite a bit of experience with the motors. But there are many vendors out there that can perform the same services to bulletproof a diesel and make them solid trucks for the long haul.
Also, seeing that you looked at an older RAM (assuming pre 07), the issue with those trucks is you don't want to let them idle a lot in Park. The transmissions are known to chew up clutch packs because those transmissions don't circulate ATF when in Park, only when in gear or neutral (I think, it's been a while). So those rides could possibly need transmission work. The engine is pretty solid on RAMs from 2003 to 2007 where they use the common rail CP3 pump from Bosch (I think that's the range for pre 5.9 motors, someone will correct me if I'm wrong). The Cummins motor to look out for are ones powered by the VP44 injection pump, as they need a little more care (like better filters and fuel lift pumps) to ensure the VP44 was always fed enough fuel at all times. I think this was something like 1999 to 2002.
โSep-09-2017 09:22 PM
FishOnOne wrote:jus2shy wrote:
But because diesels typically have fewer components, they tend to just not break down as often.
Just trying to give you the full story here and have you go in eyes wide open.
jus2shy,
In general I agree with your comments most of the time, but the above statement I don't agree with. The exhaust system alone on a diesel is way more complex which includes several moving parts (DEF pump, DEF injector). A diesel is simply way more complicated than a gas engine. Case in point todays Cummins trucks have way more CEL's than the Hemi trucks because of the complexity.
โSep-09-2017 01:00 PM
wing_zealot wrote:Most diesels now use EGR for emissions. That has many downsides, but one of the upsides is that the motor heats up and produces heat very fast.
If you get the diesel don't buy one without the supplemental heater and heated seats. Either that or you better buy the best coat, hat, gloves, and thermal underwear you can find - you're going to freeze to death in that diesel.
โSep-08-2017 02:24 PM
โSep-08-2017 10:17 AM
โSep-08-2017 09:44 AM
Mommytwo6girls wrote:
Thank you Valhalla360.
A 550 did cross my mind. I found one in AZ for sale.
If you look at pictures. You can see the door sticker and get a peek at the strings, body frame.
https://www.carsforsale.com/vehicle/details/30153524
Totally agree with your last statement!
โSep-08-2017 06:30 AM
โSep-08-2017 06:24 AM
Ron3rd wrote:Mommytwo6girls wrote:
Thank you Rhagfo and Mattmountz94!
I went back to my mechanic and explained what I found out in doing the Adds and he said he wouldn't work on any diesel I got...
So, will be in search of a new mechanic as well. ??
You're asking all the right questions, keep 'em coming.
BTW, some mechanics aren't familiar with diesels and don't work on them. That's nothing against their ability.
โSep-08-2017 06:16 AM
Michelle.S wrote:
At 17K you're looking at newer 350/3500 Duallies. The newer crop of Diesels have glow plugs to help with cold weather starting, plus for northern area sales, a block heater is a mandatory option (at least with GMs), which allows you to plug the truck in during extreme cold temps. Also most of the current Diesels will probably get better mileage than your 250 both solo and towing.
โSep-08-2017 05:26 AM
โSep-08-2017 05:11 AM
wing_zealot wrote:
If you get the diesel don't buy one without the supplemental heater and heated seats. Either that or you better buy the best coat, hat, gloves, and thermal underwear you can find - you're going to freeze to death in that diesel.
Mommytwo6girls wrote:I don't think he was joking. Heating the Cab and defrosting the windows in a diesel is a real issue and you live in a cold climate.
Wing_zealot lol!
Lol, Some things we do for RVing...
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